Everything you need as a safety professional
To be protective, gloves must provide a barrier between the hazards and your hands. Gloves are selected and worn to protect your hands from abrasions/scrapes, cuts, burns, contact dermatitis, other skin disorders caused by skin contact with chemicals, or a…
Identifying and implementing effective corrective actions in the workplace is crucial for maintaining a safe and productive environment. It requires a systematic approach that involves analyzing root causes, leveraging data, involving employees and stakeholders, and evaluating potential solutions. In this…
Whenever possible, move objects to a safe place before heating, cutting, or welding. Remove or effectively screen all fire hazards where the welding job is to take place. Keep passageways, ladders, and stairs clear of hoses, cables, and other equipment.…
It’s quite natural to think of your home as the safest place you can be. After all, that is where you escape the cares of the world and the pressures of work. However, many serious accidents happen at home. Painful…
When an accident happens, a first aid program that meets the requirements of the law and is tailored to the type and size of the workplace can literally make the difference between life and death, or between recovery and permanent…
We all go to these company safety meeting what a waste of time. I been driving for years and they have this guy who doesn’t even drive a truck come and tell me how to drive. I have to get…
Accidents can occur in any workplace, causing injuries to employees and potentially disrupting operations. It is essential for organizations to conduct thorough accident investigations to identify the root causes, implement corrective measures, and prevent future incidents. In this article, we…
Health and safety training in the workplace is essential for preventing accidents, injuries, and illnesses, as well as ensuring compliance with local regulations and laws. Two of the most widely recognized and respected training programs in this field are OSHA…
When working around moving equipment not only is it important to ensure you’re not wearing loose clothing, but also check your hair. As this recent news story from a Philadelphia area manufacturer of corrugated displays shows, pulling your hair back…
A commuter train that failed to stop for a red signal resulted in the nation’s deadliest commuter train wreck in the last 40 years. Grieving relatives of the dead and injured learned that this horrendous tragedy was caused by a…
Bench grinders can cause serious injury if used incorrectly. By following the safe work practices listed below, you can help reduce the risk of injuring yourself or others while using these powerful tools. Safe work practices Personal protective equipment…
Over 80% of all workplace injury arises from worker behavior. We make mistakes, errors in judgement or simply do not have our full attention on the job and something happens. There is also a tendency to get so focused on…